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Home My WebLink About09/16/2020 AGENDA PACKET______________________________________________________________ CITY COUNCIL 345 6th Street, Suite 100, Bremerton, WA 98337 - Phone (360) 473-5280 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 CITY COUNCIL Virtual/Live Stream MEETING AGENDA To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the City Council is conducting a virtual meeting. The Chambers will be closed, and all Council Members and staff will be participating in the meeting remotely. The public is invited to view and/or participate in the Council Meeting through one of the following options:  To stream online only (via BKAT Feed, with no interaction possible: https://bremerton.vod.castus.tv/vod/?live=ch1&nav=live  To Join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81329605325?pwd=a3JucWMrOUxxNEdqRDRURU5NTkN4UT09  Or iPhone one-tap: US: +12532158782,,81329605325#,,,,,,0#,,209823# or +16699006833,,81329605325#,,,,,,0#,,209823#  Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 253 215 8782 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 Webinar ID: 813 2960 5325 Password: 209823 Citizens are always encouraged to send questions and comments by email to City.Council@ci.bremerton.wa.us 1. CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 P.M. 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. Claims & Check Register B. Minutes of Meeting – September 2, 2020 C. Minutes of Study Session – September 9, 2020 D. Confirm Reappointment of Victoria Hilt to the Bremerton Housing Authority Board of Commissioners 3. GENERAL BUSINESS – There are no General Business items tonight... 4. MAYOR'S REPORT 5. PUBLIC RECOGNITION 6. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS 7. ADJOURNMENT OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Study Session Date: N/A Claims & Check Register COUNCIL MEETING Date: September 16, 2020 Department: Legal Services Presenter: Angela Hoover Phone: (360) 473-5323 SUMMARY: Approval of the following checks and electronic fund transfers: 1. Check Numbers 390691 through 390859 and Electronic Fund Transfers V21628 through V21689 in the grand total amount of $2,411,834.04 2. Regular Payroll for pay period ending August 31, 2020 in the amount of $887,055.41 3. Regular Payroll of payouts for pay period ending August 31, 2020 in the amount of $5,716.37 ATTACHMENTS: FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ Limited Presentation ☐ Full Presentation STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the consent agenda as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 01/02/2018 2A AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Minutes of Meeting – September 2, 2020 Study Session Date: N/A COUNCIL MEETING Date: September 16, 2020 Department: City Council Presenter: Council President Phone: (360) 473-5280 SUMMARY: The Minutes of Meeting held on September 2, 2020 are attached. ATTACHMENTS: Meeting Minutes FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ N/A STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the September 2, 2020 Meeting Minutes as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 11/3/17 2B 2 CITY COUNCIL VIRTUAL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 2, 2020 A virtual meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at 5:30 PM with Council President Eric Younger presiding. Council Members present were Mike Simpson, Michael Goodnow, Lori Wheat, Kevin Gorman, Leslie Daugs, and Pat Sullivan. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Angela Hoover; Legislative Office Manager Lori Smith; and Dave Sorensen, Information Services Manager. President Younger read a statement that per an amending proclamation issued by Governor Inslee extending the “Stay Home – Stay Healthy” order, the City Council will conduct Council Meetings virtually through the month of September. CONSENT AGENDA 2A – Claims & Check Register: Check Numbers 390434 through 390690, and EFT-V21569 through EFT-V21627 in the amount of $1,806,224.28; Regular Payroll for the pay period ending August 15, 2020 in the amount of $854,893.35; and Retiree Payroll for the pay period ending August 31, 2020 in the amount of $52,121.34 2B – Minutes of Meeting – August 19, 2020 2C – Minutes of Study Session – August 26, 2020 There were no questions or comments from the public… 5:33 M/S/C/U (Sullivan/Simpson) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. MAYOR’S REPORT – Mayor Wheeler…  Summarized highlights of the Bremerton CARES Business Rental Relief Grants program;  Was pleased that permit revenue remains strong despite COVID-19, establishing that the total revenue from approved permits and current pending permits to-date is $165,215,484;  Noted that the Bremerton School District started classes online today, but emphasized that the free lunch program is still available to students;  Shared that as a member of the Kitsap County Health Board, he has requested that St. Michael’s communicate with the Board on what it is doing to help fight the pandemic; and  Hoped Council and the community are safe and enjoying this great late summer weather. PUBLIC RECOGNITION – There were no questions or comments from the public tonight… COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Leslie Daugs mentioned that students will be attending school remotely, but drivers still need to be aware that children and parents may be picking up their breakfast or lunch in designated locations; provided a summary of the recent Racial Equity Advisory Committee (REAC) meeting, noting that interviews are expected to be completed by mid-September; and lastly wished everyone a great Labor Day weekend. Kevin Gorman also wished everyone a happy Labor Day weekend. Lori Wheat hoped that people can enjoy the nice weather in safe and constructive ways; added that her family has spent a lot of time tackling invasive weeds and gardening projects this summer; wished everyone a Happy Labor Day; and hoped that everyone is keeping safe and staying well. Michael Goodnow wished everyone a great Labor Day weekend. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, September 2, 2020 Page 2 of 2 Mike Simpson announced that today commemorates the 75th Anniversary of “Victory Over Japan Day” (V-J Day); suggested that the Arts Commission explore bringing the “Unconditional Surrender” statue to Bremerton; shared good news from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) which recently provided data that indicated 94% of deaths caused by COVID-19 had an underlying medical condition; and lastly requested several topics for review at the next (or upcoming) Study Session including the Emergency Proclamation Ordinance, the City’s Utility Tax; and a proposed resolution to strongly condemn the violence precipitated by Antifa organizations. Eric Younger in response to Council Member Simpson’s request, acknowledged that a presentation on the City’s Utility Tax would be included at the next Study Session on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 beginning at 5:00 PM; and that this meeting, as well as all the remaining meetings in September would continue to be held remotely. Lastly, he shared that when his wife recently donated blood, she learned that a test for COVID-19 antibodies is now included, with the results available in only 2-weeks. With no further business, President Younger adjourned the Council Meeting at 5:51 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: ______________________________ LORI SMITH Legislative Office Manager APPROVED by the City Council on the 16th day of September, 2020. ________________________________________ ERIC YOUNGER, City Council President Attest: ________________________________________ ANGELA HOOVER, City Clerk EY:AH:ls:cg AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Minutes of Study Session – September 9, 2020 Study Session Date: N/A COUNCIL MEETING Date: September 16, 2020 Department: City Council Presenter: Council President Phone: (360) 473-5280 SUMMARY: The Minutes of Study Session held on September 9, 2020 are attached. ATTACHMENTS: Study Session Minutes FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ N/A STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the September 9, 2020 Study Session Minutes as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 11/3/17 2C CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION MINUTES Wednesday, September 9, 2020 A virtual Study Session of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at 5:00 PM, with Council President Eric Younger presiding. Council Members present were Mike Simpson, Michael Goodnow, Lori Wheat, Kevin Gorman, and Leslie Daugs. Council Member Pat Sullivan was absent. Christine Grenier, Legislative Assistant, was present to provide staff support. President Younger established that to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the City Council is conducting a virtual meeting, with Council Members and staff participating remotely. He further established that the Study Session was open for the public to listen in, but there would be no opportunities for input; no action is anticipated; and the content of these items is subject to change. A. BRIEFINGS ON AGENDA ITEMS 1. Confirm Reappointment of Victoria Hilt to the Bremerton Housing Authority Board of Commissioners – Mayor Greg Wheeler Consent Agenda 2. Briefing (1 of 2) on Proposed Public Hearing for Ordinance adopting Sheridan/Harrison Sub Area Plan; and repealing Bremerton Municipal Code Chapter 20.92 to activate the development regulations within the Subarea Plan – Department of Community Development Senior Planner Allison Satter; Radhika Nair and Lisa Grueter, BERK Consulting Information Only; September 23 Study Session 3. Briefing (1 of 2) on Proposed Public Hearing for Planned Action Ordinance for the Sheridan/Harrison Sub Area – Department of Community Development Senior Planner Allison Satter; Radhika Nair and Lisa Grueter, BERK Consulting Information Only; September 23 Study Session President Younger called a meeting break from 7:05 to 7:10 PM… 4. Continued Discussion on Possible Changes to City of Bremerton Fireworks Legislation – Mayor Greg Wheeler; Fire Chief Pat McGanney; and Police Captain Randy Plumb Information Only; September 23 Study Session 5. Discussion on City of Bremerton’s Utility Tax – Council Member Mike Simpson Information Only; September 23 Study Session B. GENERAL COUNCIL BUSINESS o Race Equity Advisory Committee Briefing (08/31/20 Meeting) – Chair Leslie Daugs o Audit Committee Briefing (09/01/20 Meeting) – Chair Leslie Daugs o General Council Business was discussed. President Younger announced the next City Council Meeting would be held remotely on Wednesday, September 16. With no further business, the Study Session was adjourned at 8:06 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: ______________________________ CHRISTINE GRENIER Legislative Assistant City Council Study Session Minutes Wednesday, September 9, 2020 Page 2 of 2 APPROVED by the City Council on the 16th day of September, 2020. ______________________________ ERIC YOUNGER, Council President ATTEST: ______________________________ ANGELA HOOVER, City Clerk EY:AH:ls:cg AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Reappointment of Victoria Hilt to the Bremerton Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Study Session Date: September 9, 2020 COUNCIL MEETING Date: September 16, 2020 Department: Executive Presenter: Mayor Wheeler Phone: (360) 473-5266 SUMMARY: The second consecutive term of the resident commissioner position on BHA’s board, currently held by Victoria Hilt, will expire on September 30, 2020. BHA’s bylaws allow a one-year extension of the resident commissioner’s second consecutive term so long as a majority of the commissioners approve the extension prior to the expiration of the resident commissioner’s second term. Victoria has been an outstanding commissioner and will bring great value to efforts to select and onboard BHA’s new Executive Director. Mayor Wheeler is seeking confirmation that she be appointed for a one-year extension to her second consecutive term. The extension would run from October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. ATTACHMENTS: Application available in the Mayor’s office. FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ Limited Presentation ☐ Full Presentation STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to confirm the reappointment of Victoria Hilt for a one-year extension of the second consecutive term on the Bremerton Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. Extension expires on September 30, 2021. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 01/02/2018 2D Photo courtesy of Port of Bremerton MAYOR’S REPORT September 16, 2020 Eligible Bremerton businesses can request up to $5,000 for rental and lease expenses if they’ve been impacted by COVID-19. In first two grant phases in August, total of 42 applications were received. Funding will be awarded to eligible applicants at end of September. New grant application phase: Third phase to OPEN SOON! Announcements to come from the City of Bremerton and Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) on the opening of the new phase. UPDATE! Bremerton Rental Relief Grants Extended for Small Businesses Under the joint program, the City of Bremerton and Bremerton Housing Authority are offering temporary assistance to help eligible City residents with short-term rent payments due to the impacts of COVID-19. More than $360,000 has been committed by the City of Bremerton and $100,000 by the Bremerton Housing Authority. Applicants must live within Bremerton boundaries to be eligible. NEW! City of Bremerton is inserting fliers into utility bills through November to help promote awareness of the program –the inserts will be mailed to over 20,000 total residents Bremerton COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program for Residents Flier Insert for City of Bremerton Utility Bills (scheduled through November 2020) Air quality in our region is due to wildfires in Eastern and Western Washington as well as smoke drifting in from Oregon. If air quality is Unhealthy or Very Unhealthy, everyone should avoid physical activity outdoors and stay indoors as much as possible. Air quality conditions can change quickly. Updates and forecasts can be found at the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency’s website at pscleanair.gov. Reminder: Kitsap County is under a Stage II Burn Ban and ALL outdoor burning is prohibited in Bremerton and surrounding areas! Wildfire Smoke Updates for Puget Sound Gorst Creek fish barrier has been an issue for years for salmon to get to spawning grounds. City of Bremerton teamed up with Suquamish Tribe and WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife to build temporary structures on Gorst Creek to help salmon get upstream to spawn. Salmon are now making it to Gorst Creek during spawning season. Long-term plans call for removing existing fish barrier and constructing permanent fix so salmon have access to spawn. Gorst Creek Fish Barrier Update Photo courtesy of Port of Bremerton MAYOR’S REPORT September 16, 2020 Council District 2 Leslie Daugs